Q. With reference to Sun Temple of Modhera consider the following statements:
1.It is situated on the bank of the river Pushpavati.
2.The temple complex is built in Maru-Gurjara style.
3.The temple was built by the Pala ruler Maravarman Rajasimha II.
Which of the statements given above are correct?

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: A
Notes:

Statement 1 and 2 are correct. Sun Temple of Modhera is located in Gujarat. It is a Hindu temple dedicated to the solar deity Surya. It is situated on the bank of the river Pushpavati. The temple complex is built in Māru-Gurjara style (Solanki style).

Statement 3 is incorrect. It was built after 1026-27 CE during the reign of Bhima I of the Chaulukya dynasty (Solanki dynasty).

Source: ForumIAS

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